Tier 3
HippFest
Bo'ness, United Kingdom
- Submission deadline
- 1 October 2027
- Entry fee
- from GBP 10
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental
Last verified 2 October 2026
About HippFest
HippFest is Scotland's first and only festival of silent film with live music.
HippFest submission FAQ
When is the HippFest submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for HippFest is around 1 October 2027. Estimated from the festival's usual schedule; confirm on the official site.
How much does it cost to submit to HippFest?
Submitting to HippFest costs from GBP 10 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does HippFest require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. HippFest accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is HippFest held?
HippFest takes place in Bo'ness, United Kingdom.
Is HippFest a scam, or is it legitimate?
HippFest is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is HippFest right for your film?
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